The Reader (2008) movie poster

The Reader (2008)

"Behind the mystery lies a truth that will make you question everything you know."
ThumbScore
๐Ÿ‘ 89%Google users liked it archived
Critics Score
๐ŸŽฌ 60% (RT: 63%, MC: 58) โ„น๏ธRT = Rotten Tomatoes (critic reviews). MC = Metacritic (weighted critic average). Critics Score is the average of both.
DramaRomance

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Director
Runtime
2h 4m
Country
Germany, United States of America
Language
English
TMDB Rating
7.5/10 (3,339 votes)
Rotten Tomatoes
63%
Metacritic
58
Cast
Ralph Fiennes as Michael Berg
Kate Winslet as Hanna Schmitz
David Kross as Young Michael Berg
Lena Olin as Rose Mather
Bruno Ganz as Professor Rohl
Jeanette Hain as Brigitte
Yes. 89% of real audiences liked it based on 3,339 votes. Critics scored it lower at 60%, but audiences disagreed.
Overview
The story of Michael Berg, a German lawyer who, as a teenager in the late 1950s, had an affair with an older woman, Hanna, who then disappeared only to resurface years later as one of the defendants in a war crimes trial stemming from her actions as a concentration camp guard late in the war. He alone realizes that Hanna is illiterate and may be concealing that fact at the expense of her freedom. Wikipedia โ†—
Fun Facts
  • Stephen Daldry originally wanted a completely different ending for the film, but test audiences preferred the one we see today.
  • The incredible score for The Reader was composed in just a few weeks after the original composer dropped out.
  • Many of the practical effects used in the climax were achieved without any CGI.
Audience Consensus

The Reader is a 2008 film that has been rated by over 3,339 audiences on ThumbScore. The film features a compelling narrative that has resonated with viewers worldwide, earning both commercial success and audience engagement. The Reader represents a notable entry in its genre, delivering entertainment that has attracted a significant global audience.

The production brings together talented cast and crew to create an experience that audiences have responded to positively. With its distinctive approach to storytelling and visual presentation, The Reader has established itself as a recognized entry in modern cinema. The film continues to attract new viewers through streaming platforms and home media, maintaining its relevance in the contemporary entertainment landscape.

Audiences have found the film engaging for its combination of character development, narrative structure, and the overall cinematic experience it provides. The Reader (2008) remains an accessible and entertaining film that demonstrates the diversity of choices available to modern moviegoers.

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